Anzac Portal: Australia's military history and veterans' stories

Research a veteran's service

Students learn how European tensions and alliances escalated into a major conflict through simple concepts, activities and illustrations.

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We gather stories of ordinary Australians who've had extraordinary experiences serving in wars, conflicts and peace operations.

John enjoyed National Service training and did a tour of Vietnam. Afterwards, he joined the Army and served for 15 year

Allan joined the RAAF in 1957. He survived a flying accident in the Vietnam War. Allan retired after 38 years of service.

Richard served in the Army and then as a police officer. For his actions in Vietnam, he received a posthumous Victoria Cross.

The story of Australian photojournalist Denis Gibbons and his images of veterans and Vietnamese people in the Vietnam War.

We've produced over 100 free resources on Australia's military and service history. Many are designed for teachers and students.